Early February Notes
I think of February as a “treasure hunt”! The little gems are there, but sometimes not as obvious as in some of the other months. Bull Moose have lost their antlers. Bears are hibernating. Elk are usually well off the main roads. It can be a good month for Foxes, Bighorns, and Bison, but they are not always dependable subjects. Instead, I think of February as a good month for winter landscapes. Then throw in the “surprises” that make each year different. Many of the local photographers I know treat an Ermine or wintering Badger as a prized subject, even if they are much smaller than the larger apex predators or large game animals. February is also a good “activities” month. For example, the Pedigree Stage Stop sled dog races are ongoing. There are cross country skiers and snow shoe hikers, along with winter fishermen. Carcasses attract hungry scavengers including Wolves, Coyotes, Foxes, Eagles, Magpies and Ravens. On any particular day, you might hit the jackpot!
Remember, this is just the FIRST entry in the February 2021 Daily Journal for GTNP & JH. I’ll continue to add photos throughout all of February, so check back often. Also, much of February will resemble the last couple of weeks of January. Click the link above to visit the January page.
February 1, 2021 – Monday
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Northern Color: Get up early to catch the best light! I was driving north and spotted the pinks and purples way up north. I took this shot from the Dornan’s parking area. Nikon D6 and Sigma Sport 60-600mm lens, Handheld.
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